This content has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone We all know that smartphones distract drivers. In fact, they’re one of the most common sources of distraction. And though it’s good that public safety campaigns raise awareness of the risks they cause, it’s important to understand they’re not the only cause of distraction. If we
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What Are the Worst Traffic Times in Boston?
This article has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone Up until 2020, the average Boston driver spent six collective days per year stuck behind the wheel in traffic, longer than drivers in most other U.S. cities. Though Boston’s traffic decreased significantly during the pandemic, most residents are expecting it to increase yet again as life
Read More...Who Has the Right of Way at a Four-Way Stop in Massachusetts?
This content has been reviewed by Jason D. Stone If you’ve ever sat in a standoff with three or more other vehicles at a four-way stop, you might have wondered who has the right of way. And if you’ve ever been in a fender-bender or more serious crash because another driver got it wrong, then
Read More...Woman fatally struck, dragged in Wrentham
WRENTHAM, Mass. (AP) — A Norwood man involved in a confrontation over an unpaid bill struck two Wrentham motel employees with his pickup truck, and then drove three miles with one of them lodged under his vehicle, prosecutors said in court Tuesday. The woman, Kanchanben Patel, 58, was found dead in the parking lot of
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Motor Vehicle Accidents and Slip and Fall Cases: Our fee is one-third of your gross settlement plus costs. Costs are generally low and consist of expenses incurred in order to get the case settled, like medical records and court fees. We work on a contingent-fee basis so there is no cost to you unless we
Read More...The Personal Injury Claim Process in Massachusetts
Every personal injury case is different, although there are some common elements in the claims process. Most injury cases stem from motor vehicle crashes, in which driver negligence contributes to a collision that results in injuries. For the purpose of providing an overview of the personal injury legal process in Massachusetts, we’ll use car accidents
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Properly install car seats and boosters: From birth to 12 months old babies should always ride in a rear-facing car seat. From ages 4-7, children should be strapped into a forward-facing car seat. Use a booster seat until they are grown enough to use an adult seat belt. Keep children in the backseat at least
Read More...Massachusetts Traffic Laws You Might Not Realize You’re Breaking
Maybe you’ve heard that Massachusetts makes it illegal to have a gorilla in the backseat of your car. Or perhaps you’ve read that it’s against the law to scare a pigeon someone else is trying to trap. These types of laws are fun to talk about at dinner parties. But they usually don’t have an
Read More...How Long Should I Rest After a Car Accident?
The physical and mental strain of crashes can be severe. If the accident was a fender-bender with no injuries, you may not need much rest to recover. When crashes are more significant, consult your doctor and don’t resume life as normal until you’re absolutely sure it’s safe to do so. Let’s look at a few
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